Matched Graded Natural Freshwater Pearls Strung for Shipping from Japan
Rare natural freshwater pearls from non-nucleated mussels, graded and matched for uniformity, temporarily strung to ease transport logistics. HTS 7101.10.30.00 applies as they are natural, worked by grading only, with stranding purely for convenience—not retail sale. Distinguishes from abundant cultured freshwater variants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Lab X-rays mandatory to prove no man-made nucleus, distinguishing from cultured under Chapter 71 definitions
• Label strands as 'temp transport only - do not retail as-is' to prevent classification disputes
• Insure against breakage, as natural pearls have irregular shapes prone to strand failure